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18 maj 2019 · Moreover, it has been demonstrated that women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are overrepresented in elite athletes. PCOS, which is a mild form of hyperandrogenism, is associated with an anabolic body composition including more muscle mass than in non-PCOS women.
Athletes who have experienced these symptoms have shown higher levels of free testosterone, increased levels of androgens and amenorrhea, and may have potentially advantageous biomarkers in terms of sport performance (3,6).
20 mar 2020 · The present narrative review highlights the complex issue of severe hyperandrogenism in female athletes, including whether it is fair to allow women with male levels of testosterone to compete against those with normal female levels.
This article serves to educate strength and conditioning coaches on the influence exercise can have on the various hormonal pathways that are impacted by polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), including insulin resistance, cortisol, testosterone, follicle-stimulating, and luteinizing hormones.
Emerging evidence indicates that testosterone, which can increase muscle mass and strength, stimulates erythropoiesis, promotes competitive behaviour, and enhances the physical performance of women.
19 maj 2021 · The high prevalence of hyperandrogenism is due mostly to the high prevalence of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) among female athletes, and the high intake of anabolic-androgenic steroids in athletes in general. Other rare causes include disorders in sex differentiation.
For women with PCOS, evidence is limited to discern the effect of exercise on major health outcomes (e.g., reproductive function). There is moderate certainty evidence that aerobic exercise alone is beneficial for reducing BMI in women with PCOS.
